2000 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 136

Front center console compartment ventilation The front center console compartment has its own air outlet. To open: Push lever down. To close: Push lever up. The air volume is dependent on the setting of the • air volume control • air distribution control • air outlets in the dashboard and rear passenger compartment. The air temperature is about the same as that of the dashboard air outlets. It cannot be regulated separately. Note: The compartment can get very warm due to its confined space. When storing heat sensitive objects in the compartment, close the air outlet while heating the passenger compartment. Also, do not obstruct the air outlet. Automatic climate control Instruments and controls Operation Driving 133 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index